2000 Dodge Stratus electrical problem

2000 DODGE STRATUS
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LJACKSON0406
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Electrical problem
2000 Dodge Stratus 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

hello
my car break lights wont come on when i break to stop what could that mean? i already replace the bulb and they turn on at nite but not when i break. Also when i turn on my signal lites to make a turn they quickly shut off and wont stay on why is that?
Oct 6, 2010 at 11:30 AM
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Is the 3rd (high mount) brake light working?
Oct 6, 2010 at 11:34 AM
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yes everything thats elecrtric on the car is working fine. but when i step on the breaks the lite dosnt come on.
Oct 7, 2010 at 6:51 PM
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Did you read what I asked you?
Oct 7, 2010 at 7:26 PM
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LJACKSON0406
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im sorry but no the 3rd (high mount) is not working at all.
Oct 8, 2010 at 11:00 AM
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Then you need to go to the brake light switch under the dash at the brake pedal and test for power coming in all the time and going back out when the brake is applied.
Oct 8, 2010 at 11:02 AM
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ok thx i will try it and let you know how it gose.
Oct 8, 2010 at 1:24 PM
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LJACKSON0406
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ok wat is that peices called behind the break pad and how do i check it? do i need special tools or anything?
Oct 8, 2010 at 3:03 PM
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You use a 12v test light to test for power. You may have to get someone to do it for you.
Oct 8, 2010 at 3:05 PM